stagger
/ˈstæɡə/ · /ˈstæɡɚ/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5586 in the learning path
踉跄；蹒跚
Definitions
v. to walk unsteadily, as if about to fall
踉跄；蹒跚
v. to arrange events or activities at different times
错开安排
v. to surprise someone greatly
使震惊
Example
He staggered backwards as the heavy suitcase swung towards him.
沉重的行李箱朝他摆来时，他踉跄着往后退。
Employers could stagger working hours to ease congestion and reduce pressure on public transport.
雇主可以错开工作时间，以缓解拥堵并减轻公共交通的压力。
Collocations
- stagger backwards
- stagger to one's feet
- stagger working hours
- be staggered by
Word family
- staggering (adj.)
- staggeringly (adv.)
Usage tip
stagger作动词；staggering常指惊人之大。
FAQ
- What does stagger mean?
- to walk unsteadily, as if about to fall to arrange events or activities at different times to surprise someone greatly
- How is stagger pronounced?
- UK /ˈstæɡə/, US /ˈstæɡɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
